While the U.S. real estate market appears to finally be cooling down, home price growth has been a defining economic trend in recent years. Over the past decade, U.S. home values grew by more than 81%, compared to average hourly earnin...

International students have long been a cornerstone of the U.S. higher education system, contributing not only tuition revenue but also research capacity, workforce development, and global academic exchange. For decades, the United Sta...

Hazardous materials move through the U.S. economy every day-by truck, rail, air, and water-supporting industries ranging from manufacturing to energy. But when incidents occur during transit, the consequences can be significant, includ...

Price increases throughout the U.S. economy over the past few years have made nearly everything more expensive, but perhaps no spending category has squeezed Americans' budgets like the cost of housing. Between high costs to buy a home...

Alcohol consumption in the United States has shifted noticeably in recent years, with a growing share of adults choosing to drink less-or not at all. Public health experts point to a combination of factors driving this trend, including...

As the April tax filing deadline approaches, millions of Americans are preparing their returns and anticipating potential refunds. For many, the federal tax refund represents an important financial boost - one that can help cover expen...

After more than two years of stiff competition and fast-rising prices, the U.S. residential housing market experienced a rapid cooldown throughout the latter half of 2022 and the early months of 2023. Subsequently, after a turbulent fe...

Potato salad with foreign plastic. Mixed greens with listeria exposure. Ice cream with metal fragments. Cookies with undeclared nut allergens. Dried pasta with mold contamination. These are just a few examples of recent food recalls is...

Millions of U.S. workers handle, store, or work near hazardous chemicals every day-from cleaning solvents and industrial adhesives to flammable gases and corrosive substances. Without proper training, clear labeling, and accessible saf...

As global talent mobility, technological innovation, and workforce development continue to shape the U.S. economy, the H-1B visa program plays an increasingly important role at their intersection. The visa program allows American compa...